It’s fitting that his name is Sparkplug. The surprisingly nimble African spurred tortoise, at an estimated 60 years old, returned to his Sardis City home last week after two days on the lam, his owner Ty Harris told CNN. It was the first time the family tortoise had ever attempted an escape. “He just went
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A scuba diver in an urchin barren collecting the animals that will be brought to the new Bodega Bay … [+] facility. Peter Leopold (courtesy of Urchinomics) Scuba divers armed with mesh bags and thick neoprene gloves descend onto a rocky reef littered with spiny purple orbs. They carefully pluck each creature from the substrate,
Lockdown rules now vary across the UK. Check the postcode of your destination before travelling as the local rules may differ from your own. Please note our writers visited these hotels prior to the coronavirus pandemic Dorset is a county of exceptional natural beauty. The Unesco World Heritage Jurassic coastline is famous for coves, ‘fossil
A team of expert hunters search for a legendary wolfman in Kentucky. Subscribe ► http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=travelchanneltv Continue Watching Full Episodes of Mountain Monsters ► https://watch.travelchannel.com/tv-shows/mountain-monsters For generations the Appalachian Mountains have had more sightings of mysterious creatures than anywhere else in the United States. Now a team of hardcore hunters and trappers are out to identify
The latest upswing in U.S. coronavirus cases is unlikely to reach its peak until after Thanksgiving, Dr. Scott Gottlieb told CNBC on Thursday, a stark prediction for a nation that is already seeing record levels of diagnosed infections. The country’s seven-day average of new cases reached a fresh high of almost 74,200 on Wednesday, according to
Vibrant Culture, colorful festivals, Rajputana architectural aesthetics and gracious people – these four elements describe Jodhpur in a nutshell. One of the major tourist destinations in Rajasthan, Jodhpur will give you a sneak peek into the magnificent forts, royal palaces, revered temples, lip-smacking food and colorful festivals. For those looking forward to experience luxury and
©Sean Pavone/Getty Images The White House The White House is one of the USA’s most iconic buildings. Imagine how much its walls have seen since it opened in 1800. The spirits of countless scandals, wars, assassinations, and other political skullduggery are commonplace. But what if other spirits haunt the walls of The White House? As it
(CNN) — Each evening, whether the Celebrity Edge cruise ship is crisscrossing the Caribbean or meandering around the Mediterranean, Captain Kate McCue writes night orders for her team. She always includes a note of how many people are on board the ship. It’s important, says McCue, “to understand the gravity of the responsibility.” Celebrity Edge
The vineyards of Vignobles Raguenot. Photo Courtesy Vignobles Raguenot Bordeaux is one of France’s iconic wine regions, recognized for quality and tradition. While enthusiasts know this source for some of the world’s most expensive collectibles and elegant châteaux, the region expresses dynamism and depth through many family wineries. The harvest brings a moment to reflect
Expert guide to St Moritz Overview Hotels Restaurants Après ski Snow reports The birthplace of winter holidays St Moritz was the first all-round winter-sports resort in the world and, over 150 years since its birth as a tourist destination in 1864, still boasts a myriad of on and off-snow activities from skating and bobsleigh to ice
Photo courtesy of Joanne DiBona Explore the ambiance of Colonial Williamsburg We all know “Virginia is for Lovers,” but it is also for history buffs! Colonial Williamsburg, established in 1609, takes visitors back in time with its original and reconstructed buildings, parks and pathways. While there are many indoor venues you can explore here, you
(CNN) — When comedian Sacha Baron Cohen released his satirical mockumentary about the fictional Kazakh reporter Borat Sagdiyev in 2006, it was banned in Kazakhstan. Kazakh viewers and authorities denounced the film’s portrayal of their country, saying it was full of offensive stereotypes and behavior by the titular character. Nonetheless, “Borat: Cultural Learnings of America
(CNN) — If your Thanksgiving trip includes a flight, you might be conflicted: Is sitting elbow-to-elbow with strangers in an aircraft safe during the pandemic? It’s hard not to feel conflicted about holiday flights. Airlines are offering travel deals this season, and many of us have not seen extended family members much, if at all,
LAKE LOUISE, ALBERTA – Skiers at an ice bar in Lake Louise, Canada. Getty Images Across the country, the newest trend in bars might just be space heaters. There is no current uniform status for bars and restaurants across the country in the wake of new coronavirus cases. But one thing is clear: outdoor dining,
Note that opening hours of attractions across the UK can change rapidly during coronavirus. Please check websites before visiting. Additionally, Cardiff is currently in a ‘firebreak,’ so visitors are not allowed. The city centre retains plenty of vestiges from its Victorian and Edwardian heyday and is the logical start-point for exploring Cardiff – here are
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In an effort to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus, state governments are declaring mandates to close bars and restaurants except for pickup or delivery orders. Los Angeles is now one of several states with these restrictions, which are already affecting local business. Here is a small but comprehensive list of 12 small business
Digital nomads can now work remotely in the Cayman Islands for up to two years. The catch? Those workers must make at least $100,000 a year — and even more if they want to bring a companion. Launched on Oct. 21, the Global Citizen Concierge Program invites high-earning workers to ride out the next several
Everest Base Camp Trek Guide 2021/2022 – Updated information about EBC Trek Guide Mt. Everest, viewed as the gem of the Himalayas, is the tallest mountain on the planet. It stands 29,000 feet above ocean level and is the objective for climbers and globe-trotters from everywhere the world. The Everest Base Camp Trek will bring
(Old) Pickens County Courthouse, Carrollton, Alabama. Photo by Jimmy Emerson (Flickr). This courthouse in western Alabama is haunted by a lynched man. In Carrollton, Alabama, west of Tuscaloosa, almost to the Mississippi line, sits the Pickens County Courthouse. This courthouse was built in 1877, after it was destroyed several different times during the unrest of
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